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Senate roll call 225 · 35th Congress · May 5, 1858

To concur in amendment to S. J. RES. 28 made as in committee of the whole, for the adjustment of differences with the republic of paraguay, which amendment reve

On May 5, 1858, the Senate voted 15–25 (SJR 28). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 4–19, Republicans 10–4, Others 1–2. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 8 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
15
No
25
Did not vote
33
Date
May 5, 1858

By party

  • Democrats4 yes · 19 no · 24 didn’t vote
  • Republicans10 yes · 4 no · 7 didn’t vote
  • Others1 yes · 2 no · 2 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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